Edmonton Oilers vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction, Picks & Odds | 16 Jan 2025

There is -135 available when it comes to the Avalanche on the Moneyline and we’re expecting them to beat the Oilers. There’s lots of juice when it comes to backing our prediction.

Edmonton Oilers have won three on the spin, triumphing 5-3 in their previous game. This was on the road against Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center. Connor McDavid bagged two goals, while Zach Hyman, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Vasili Podkolzin scored once.

Colorado Avalanche were winners last time out. Their 3-2 (OT) victory against New York Rangers at Ball Arena made it back-to-back home wins. Devon Toews, Artturi Lehkonen and Parker Kelly scored one goal apiece. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood made a total of 27 saves (.931).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Oilers won the last encounter between the pair. Enjoying a 4-1 triumph when facing the Avs at Ball Arena. The past 10 games between the teams have seen the Avs win seven times.

Starting Goalies

Stuart Skinner (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	13-11-4	2.9	.888	2
23/24	36-16-5	2.62	.905	2

Mackenzie Blackwood (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	13-1-1	2.1	.924	2
23/24	10-25-1	3.45	.899	2

7 wins, 2 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.4 goals from 32.8 shots on goal, with a 28.6% powerplay efficiency. The Oilers have been giving up 2.5 goals from 27.3 shots, averaging 2.6 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.6%.

Leon Draisaitl is the top points scorer with 13 points, 7 goals and 6 assists, with Connor McDavid recording 13 points, 4 goals and 9 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Stuart Skinner have a 2.03 goal against average with a .928 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Avs have 7 wins, 2 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.4 goals from 30.1 shots on goal, with a 9.4% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.1 goals from 25.0 shots, averaging 2.3 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.0%.

The top points scorer is Nathan MacKinnon with 15 points, 1 goal and 14 assists, while Mikko Rantanen is next in line after registering 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood have a 1.55 GAA with a .938 SV%.

Edmonton Oilers vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction & Picks

Game Prediction

The pick for this NHL encounter is to back Colorado Avalanche at -135. We think that the road team are vulnerable, so this is the best angle of attack with our wager.

A great deal of research goes into our NHL predictions. We start by studying the latest form and getting a handle on injuries. The key player and goalie stats can then be used as the missing piece of the jigsaw.

Key Oilers vs Avalanche stats:

• Avalanche have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Avalanche have won 7 of their last 10 games.
• Avalanche have won 2 consecutive games at home.
• Avalanche have won 7 of their last 10 games against Oilers.

Avs Moneyline Probability

The sportsbooks imply that our pick has a 57.4% prospect of winning. Based on our cappers in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. This hockey bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

If you also have a strong view on the Over / Under line, then it could be worth a Match Winner & Total Goals wager where you can effectively back Colorado at a bigger price.

Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Over 1.5 Shots -149

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (Oilers) has totaled Over 1.5 shots on goal in 3 straight games. We’re anticipating that he is able to perform well and cover the line, with odds of -149 currently available.

Latest Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+285

First

+1600

Shots on Goal

Over 1.5

-149

Under 1.5

+115

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Correct Score Prediction

Oilers 2 - 5 Avalanche

There are odds of +1500 available that the Avalanche land a 5-2 win. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Oilers

Avalanche

1-0

Oilers

+6000

Avalanche

+6000

2-0

Oilers

+6000

Avalanche

+6000

2-1

Oilers

+1700

Avalanche

+1700

3-0

Oilers

+3500

Avalanche

+3500

3-1

Oilers

+2200

Avalanche

+2200

3-2

Oilers

+950

Avalanche

+900

4-0

Oilers

+4500

Avalanche

+4000

4-1

Oilers

+1700

Avalanche

+1600

4-2

Oilers

+1700

Avalanche

+1600

4-3

Oilers

+1000

Avalanche

+1000

5-0

Oilers

+8000

Avalanche

+7000

5-1

Oilers

+2800

Avalanche

+2400

5-2

Oilers

+1700

Avalanche

+1500

5-3

Oilers

+2200

Avalanche

+2200

5-4

Oilers

+1800

Avalanche

+1800

6-0

Oilers

+11000

Avalanche

+10000

6-1

Oilers

+6000

Avalanche

+5500

6-2

Oilers

+3000

Avalanche

+2800

6-3

Oilers

+2800

Avalanche

+2500

6-4

Oilers

+4500

Avalanche

+4000

6-5

Oilers

+4000

Avalanche

+4000

7-0

Oilers

+4000

Avalanche

+14000

7-1

Oilers

+10000

Avalanche

+9000

7-2

Oilers

+8000

Avalanche

+7000

7-3

Oilers

+5500

Avalanche

+5000

7-4

Oilers

+6000

Avalanche

+5500

7-5

Oilers

+9000

Avalanche

+9000

7-6

Oilers

+10000

Avalanche

+10000

8-1

Oilers

+10000

Avalanche

+14000

8-2

Oilers

+14000

Avalanche

+12000

8-3

Oilers

+13000

Avalanche

+12000

8-4

Oilers

+11000

Avalanche

+10000

8-5

Oilers

+12500

Avalanche

+12000

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Edmonton Oilers vs Colorado Avalanche Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

With a 54% chance of securing victory, Colorado Avalanche are favorites for this game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -118. For those wanting to back Edmonton Oilers, you will find -103 about the underdogs.

1.5 is where the puck line lies, with total goals being 6.5 right now. There are many ways to wager on the NHL including Totals. If you’re going for Over 6.5, then the odds are -111.

Some bettors might want to back the Avs at -100 to reach the 3-goal total before their opponents. However, a third option is to back neither team to make this goals amount at +400.

The betting sites offer a wide range of game lines and team props for every National Hockey League clash. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.

Moneyline

Oilers

-103

Avalanche

-118

3-Way Moneyline

Oilers

+155

Tie

+330

Avalanche

+133

Puck Line

Oilers +1.5

-250

Avalanche -1.5

+200

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-109

Over 6.5

-111

The First Goalscorer favorite is Nathan MacKinnon at +800. Similar odds can be found if you’re interested in this player to register the last goal.

Player Goals

Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche)

First

+123

Anytime

+800

Mikko Rantanen (Avalanche)

First

+123

Anytime

+800

Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)

First

+128

Anytime

+850

Connor McDavid (Oilers)

First

+138

Anytime

+900

Zach Hyman (Oilers)

First

+180

Anytime

+1100

Artturi Lehkonen (Avalanche)

First

+215

Anytime

+1200

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (Oilers)

First

+285

Anytime

+1600

Jonathan Drouin (Avalanche)

First

+295

Anytime

+1600

Ross Colton (Avalanche)

First

+295

Anytime

+1600

Cale Makar (Avalanche)

First

+295

Anytime

+1600

Viktor Arvidsson (Oilers)

First

+330

Anytime

+1700

Vasili Podkolzin (Oilers)

First

+330

Anytime

+1700

Jeff Skinner (Oilers)

First

+330

Anytime

+1700

Casey Mittelstadt (Avalanche)

First

+340

Anytime

+1800

Connor Brown (Oilers)

First

+360

Anytime

+1900

Kasperi Kapanen (Oilers)

First

+360

Anytime

+1900

Jere Innala (Avalanche)

First

+370

Anytime

+1900

Evan Bouchard (Oilers)

First

+390

Anytime

+2000

Adam Henrique (Oilers)

First

+390

Anytime

+2000

Corey Perry (Oilers)

First

+420

Anytime

+2200

Juuso Pärssinen (Avalanche)

First

+440

Anytime

+2200

Logan O'Connor (Avalanche)

First

+440

Anytime

+2200

Joel Kiviranta (Avalanche)

First

+440

Anytime

+2200

Player Shots

Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche)

Over 3.5

-114

Under 3.5

-114

Mikko Rantanen (Avalanche)

Over 2.5

-130

Under 2.5

-100

Leon Draisaitl (Oilers)

Over 2.5

-119

Under 2.5

-109

Connor McDavid (Oilers)

Over 2.5

-143

Under 2.5

+110

Zach Hyman (Oilers)

Over 2.5

-100

Under 2.5

-130

Cale Makar (Avalanche)

Over 2.5

-130

Under 2.5

-100

Evan Bouchard (Oilers)

Over 2.5

-100

Under 2.5

-130

Artturi Lehkonen (Avalanche)

Over 1.5

-182

Under 1.5

+140

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (Oilers)

Over 1.5

-149

Under 1.5

+115

It’s possible to use stats to your advantage when it comes to NHL micro betting, especially if you’re predicting outcomes such as the Next Goal and Next Goalscorer. Check out the live team and player props and see if you can find an angle.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Edmonton Oilers Stats

Colorado Avalanche Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.70 pts and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.60 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.70 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 2.20 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 32.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 5.7
• Blocks: 15.3
• Faceoff Wins : 27.7
• Hits: 12
• Giveaways: 14.2
• Takeaways: 5.2

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 32.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 6.6
• Blocks: 15.6
• Faceoff Wins : 28.6
• Hits: 12.7
• Giveaways: 13.3
• Takeaways: 5.1

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 30.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.7
• Penalty Minutes: 4.9
• Blocks: 15.2
• Faceoff Wins : 24.5
• Hits: 19.3
• Giveaways: 13.1
• Takeaways: 4.4

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 29.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.7
• Penalty Minutes: 5
• Blocks: 16.6
• Faceoff Wins : 24.4
• Hits: 19.6
• Giveaways: 14.5
• Takeaways: 5.8

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